The discovery of an exoplanet with a strange orbit

Astronomers have discovered a planet in the habitable zone of a red dwarf star, but its orbit is so long that it would have wildly variable temperatures and likely not support life. The planet, called TOI-2257 b, was first observed using data from NASA’s TESS (Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite) and then observed in more detail … Read more

Huge mirror extended by space telescope

A computer animation shows the unfolding of the space telescope Scientists hope that the recordings will provide information about the time after the Big Bang, among other things. (Photo: AP) Washington According to the US space agency NASA, the last step in preparation for the commissioning of the “James Webb” space telescope has been carried … Read more